Join Greg Bresnitz, CEO of Friends with Benefits, for a fireside chat with Josh Fleig, Chief Innovation Officer at Louisiana Economic Development (LED). This conversation will explore how Louisiana is positioning itself as a national leader in emerging technologies—especially AI—through bold investment strategies, public–private partnerships, and innovation-driven infrastructure.
Josh will share how LED is building a statewide ecosystem that connects startups, educators, and industry leaders to accelerate job creation and technological adoption. The discussion will highlight Louisiana’s approach to innovation policy, funding pathways for AI ventures, and how strategic state leadership can drive sustainable economic growth.
